Water Supply Dispute Resolution

Summary

In the UK, water companies cannot disconnect domestic water supplies for non-payment, as per the Water Industry Act 1999. They can enforce payment through court judgments, debt collection, and affecting credit ratings. The Water Industry Act 1991 allows charges for water supply, including domestic use, though it doesnt explicitly mention domestic. International human rights recognize access to water as essential, but do not mandate free provision. For disputes, consider filing a complaint with the Consumer Council for Water or seeking legal advice.

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Can only charge for the supply to a new property
It appears you're concerned about water charges for a new property in the UK. To address this:
- **Water Industry Act ***: Allows water companies to charge for water supply.
- Charges apply to both new and existing properties.
- **Section *, Water Industry Act ***: Prohibits disconnection of domestic water supply for non-payment.
Would you like more information on challenging charges for a new property or seeking financial assistance?
Can only charge for the installation of a new supply, not the use of the water
To clarify, water companies in the UK can charge for both the installation of a new water supply and the ongoing use of water under the Water Industry Act *.
Key Points:
- **Water Industry Act ***: Permits charges for water supply, including usage and installation.
- **Section *, Water Industry Act ***: Prohibits disconnection of domestic water supply for non-payment.
Would you like more information on how to challenge these charges or seek financial assistance?
Show section for domestic usage charges
Under the Water Industry Act *, water companies are permitted to charge for the supply of water, including domestic usage. Specifically:
- **Section ***: Allows water companies to fix charges for the supply of water.
- **Section ***: Requires water companies to publish their charges schemes detailing the basis for charges, which include domestic supplies.
Would you like more information on how these charges are regulated or how to dispute them?
Elaborate on each key point of s143
Under Section * of the Water Industry Act *, specific points include:
- **Charges Scheme**: Water companies must create a scheme outlining the basis for their charges.
- **Publication**: The scheme must be published and made available to the public.
- **Inclusion of Domestic Supplies**: The scheme should cover charges for domestic water supply.
Would you like more detailed information on how to dispute these charges?
The fact is the scheme xrequires a contract agreement as it clearly onmy refers to trade effluent functions, nowhere dose it state domestic functions
It seems like you are concerned about the application of charges to domestic water supplies versus trade effluent functions under the Water Industry Act *. To clarify:
- **Water Industry Act *, Section ***: Allows water companies to fix charges for the supply of water, which includes both domestic and commercial supplies.
- **Water Industry Act *, Section ***: Requires water companies to publish their charges schemes, detailing the basis for all charges, including domestic supplies.
Would you like further clarification on how these sections apply to domestic water charges or how to dispute these charges?
Yes
To clarify the application of charges to domestic water supplies under the Water Industry Act *:
- **Section ***:
- Allows water companies to fix charges for the supply of water, covering both domestic and commercial supplies.
- **Section ***:
- Requires water companies to create and publish a charges scheme detailing the basis for all charges, including domestic supplies.
Would you like further details on how to dispute these charges or seek financial assistance?
Dose not state domestic
It seems you are seeking clarification on the specifics of the Water Industry Act *. Here's a concise summary:
- **Section ***: Allows water companies to fix charges for the supply of water, which includes various types of properties.
- **Section ***: Requires water companies to publish their charges schemes, detailing the basis for all charges, including those for domestic supplies.
Would you like guidance on how to dispute these charges or more information on financial assistance options?
Elaborate on s144
Certainly! Here's an overview of Section * of the Water Industry Act *:
- **Section ***: Deals with the recovery of charges for water and sewerage services.
- **Subsection (*)**: Allows water companies to recover charges for the supply of water or sewerage services.
- **Subsection (*)**: Specifies that a person who occupies a property as a tenant may be required to pay the charges if the tenancy agreement includes this provision.
- **Subsection (*)**: Provides for recovery of charges from the person who actually uses the services where there is no tenancy agreement.
Would you like more details on any specific part of Section *?
Sub * elaborate how tenant refers to domestic
In Section *, Subsection (*) of the Water Industry Act *:
- **Subsection (*)**: A tenant who occupies a property can be required to pay water and sewerage charges if the tenancy agreement includes a provision for it. This applies to domestic properties where the tenant uses the water supply.
Would you like more information on how this applies to your situation or guidance on disputing these charges?
State the sane for private property owner not a tennant
For a private property owner (not a tenant) under the Water Industry Act *:
- **Section *(*)**: Water companies can recover charges for the supply of water or sewerage services from the property owner.
- The obligation to pay water charges generally falls on the property owner if there is no tenancy agreement specifying otherwise.
Would you like more details on how to dispute these charges or seek financial assistance?
What section states this
Section *(*) of the Water Industry Act * addresses the recovery of charges for water and sewerage services from property owners:
- **Section *(*)**: Water companies can recover charges for the supply of water or sewerage services from the property owner, if not specified otherwise by a tenancy agreement.
Would you like more information on how to dispute these charges or seek financial assistance?
* only relate to trade
I understand you are concerned about the application of charges to domestic water supplies. To clarify:
- **Water Industry Act *, Section ***: Allows water companies to fix charges for the supply of water, which includes various types of properties.
- **Water Industry Act *, Section ***: Requires water companies to publish their charges schemes, covering all charges, including domestic supplies.
- **Water Industry Act *, Section ***: Addresses the recovery of charges for water and sewerage services, applicable to both tenants and property owners.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific section or guidance on disputing these charges?
Elaborate on s145
Section * of the Water Industry Act * deals with the basis and computation of charges. Key points include:
- Water companies can determine charges based on the volume of water supplied.
- Charges may be fixed without reference to volume in certain circumstances.
- Companies must ensure that charge schemes are fair and reasonable.
Would you like more details on how these charges are determined or how to dispute them?
Is this s145 repealed
To clarify, Section * of the Water Industry Act * has not been repealed as of October *. It remains in effect, allowing water companies to determine the basis for charges.
Would you like more information on how to dispute water charges or the specific computation of these charges?
S145 has been totally reapeled
Thank you for clarifying. It appears you are referring to a specific section of the law. To better assist you:
- Can you please confirm your location in the UK?
This will help me provide the most accurate and relevant information.
So is s145 of the * act repealed
Section * of the Water Industry Act * has not been repealed as of October *. It remains in effect, allowing water companies to determine the basis for charges.
Would you like more information on how to dispute water charges or the specific computation of these charges?